- This is a game written in Python 3 and based on the
Pokémon Redgame. However, it is not intended to be a perfect recreation; think of it as a remix. - Prior in-depth knowledge of the Pokémon franchise, especially the video game series, is recommended and may be required to fully enjoy this game.
- This project (@Pokemon-PythonRed and anything found within) is not endorsed by Nintendo, GAME FREAK, Creatures Inc., or The Pokémon Company. This is an independent, fan-made game.
- This game's plot is a work of fiction! Any references to real people or events are completely coincidental.
- Pokémon PythonRed is a work-in-progress and is intended to be a long-term project. The owners feel no rush to meet community deadlines or expectations. Please be considerate.
- Any problems with the game can be reported as issues.
If you or someone else has been offended or treated poorly by a member of our community, please submit a complaint.
For report options, please see the Enforcement section of the Code of Conduct.
For more information on various topics regarding this project, please visit the following links:
- Code Of Conduct
- Contributing Guidelines
- Contributors List
- Discussions
- Installation Guide
- License (
MIT) - Security Policy
This project follows the all-contributors specification (emoji key, command issue). See what you can do to contribute.
- To play the game, you will need:
- Windows or Linux OS
- Python 3 (aka CPython 3.x)
- Follow this link to download a
.zipfile of this repository. Once it downloads, unzip and open it. - From the folder, run these commands:
$ python -m pip install -r requirements.txt
$ python app/main.py-
If you encounter any problems when opening the game, feel free to create an issue.
- If you want to contribute to the project, please see the Contributing Guidelines.
- When
>is shown, press a key to continue. - When text bullets are shown, you need to enter the character next to the option you choose.
- In the overworld, navigation bullets are WASD for directional movement, then lettered for interactions. Other commands might also be available.
- Enter the M command from the overworld to open the menu.
- When
Y/Nis shown, you can enter Y or N for "yes" or "no" respectively. - When reading through next normally, you can press any key to proceed.
Press any key:
Press any key to continue._Press a key corresponding to a bullet point (e.g. 1 or 2):
Choose an option.
[1] - Save
[2] - Quit
>_Press Y or N:
Would you like to save? Y/N
>_